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Gautam is a leading scholar in the area of stochastic modeling and analysis for engineering systems. He has performed impactful research, teaching and professional service in promoting excellence in the field of industrial and systems engineering. He recently authored the book “Analysis of Queues: Methods and Application.” Gautam is on the editorial board of IISE Transactions and chairs the content review board of the Industrial Engineering Body of Knowledge. He received the IISE Outstanding Young Industrial Engineer Award and many teaching awards, including those given by the IISE student chapter.